But they are not interchangeable
Not everyone should use semaglutide for weight loss
Lift Weights 2-4 Times Per Week Resistance training is the single most powerful muscle-preservation tool available during weight loss
Surprisingly, alopecia was not identified in the 2018 randomized controlled trial with semaglutide, nor was alopecia a side effect of the 2021 RCT with terzepatide
Hydration becomes critical Semaglutide slows gastric emptying, which can reduce the urge to drink as well as the urge to eat
For those of us working in clinical pharmacogenomics, this momentum underscores two key needs: 1 Better alignment between regulatory labeling (e.g., drug tables) and clinical guidelines, so prescribers see clear, consistent recommendations at the point of care